Certified Medication Aide with Dementia Training
Resume:
Tejere Thomas
Arlington, TX
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Professional Summary
Self-sufficient medication aide skilled at recording patient vital signs and administering various medications to several patients daily. Sound knowledge of medical terminology and use of medical equipment. Hands-on experience in obtaining and recording equipment readings. Patient-focused Medication Aide with exceptional listening and communication traits. Energetic and amicable with advanced understanding of medications, possible side effects and adverse reactions. Knowledge of applying topical, oral, nasal and sublingual medications. Highly skilled in monitoring vital signs, both post and pre-medication administration. I have also took multiple memory care classes on patient with dementia. I have my certificate for a phlebotomy course I took at legacy health care and career.
Work Experience
Certified Medication Aide
Brookdale Assited Living-Bedford, TX
January 2022 to Present
• Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
• Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
• Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
• Assisted patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
• Monitored patient vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
• Maintained accurate medication records for each patient.
• Communicated effectively with physicians, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals regarding medication administration issues.
• Performed routine inventory control checks of drugs stored in unit drug boxes or carts. Resident Assistant Supervisor
Mustang Creek Estates Residential Assisted Living & Memory Care-Burleson, TX January 2019 to Present
Ordering medication, cooking, cleaning, providing continuous care for residents that have incontinent issues .
Certified Trainer, Bartender, Server
Movie tavern
September 2014 to Present
Caregiver for 8months caregiver supervisor
Caregiver/Personal Assistant
The Ridglea senior community-Fort Worth, TX
April 2019 to March 2022
• Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
• Provided compassionate care while ensuring client safety and comfort.
• Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical staff.
• Transported patients to medical appointments utilizing wheelchair or strher.
• Administered medications in accordance with physician's orders. Education
High school or equivalent
Skills
• Barback
• Waitress
• Memory Care
• Dementia Care
• Caregiving
• Medication Administration
• Meal Preparation
• Experience Administering Injections
• Alzheimer's Care
• Patient Care
• Laundry
• Hospice Care
• Home Care
• Vital Signs
• Infection Control Training
• Phlebotomy
Certifications and Licenses
Food Handler
Driver's License
CNA
Certified Medication Aide
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